We have finally reached the final candle of Advent! Traditionally this is lit on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day! We hope you and your family have enjoyed this beautiful time of celebrating the birth of our Savior!
LIGHT: the Christ Candle
READ: Isaiah 7:14; John 1:1-18; The Lord Will Come and Not Be Slow by John Milton
SEE: Nativity by Carol Aust
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Take a moment to look at the piece. What colors do you see? Notice the composition. How does the artist depict this part of the story? How is the mood different from the other nativity scene we observed?
PRAY: God of all light, we come before you in many ways bruised, broken and cracked apart. Thank you for shining your light into these cracks, bringing your healing presence to our deepest need. We know that in our lives and in this world, there is still great darkness. Help us to see the darkness for what it is, that we might not fall under its seductive sway. Send us into places of great need with the godly virtues of your kingdom, that we might live as lanterns for your light. And may we be reminded that the light of the world is first revealed in the humble simplicity of a little child, who we are now compelled to receive in childlike faith. In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen
